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Synopsis
"Freya is a Valkyrie, a reaper of souls. But she hates what she must do. She doesn't like humans and the pain they inflict on each other, and she never wants to visit another battlefield. But when a soldier begs her to help his family back in the human realm, she agrees and discovers a world of friends. Now she'll have to find a way to keep her promise to the soldier and prevent the wrath of Odin from destroying the world"--
Is Valkyrie appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A Norse-mythology-based YA fantasy featuring a Valkyrie who must navigate battlefield violence and help a human family while defying Odin. Contains moderate war-related violence and themes of death, but no sexual content or strong language.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, war, and violence.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy this fresh take on Norse mythology with a reluctant heroine who discovers friendship and defies the gods to do what's right.